3GSShoe

My understanding is that the LS460 Sport uses the same air shocks as the all the other models that carry them right? The only difference is the programming that make the airbags stiffer? I like everyhing about the sport edition except for the air rides.

HeavyHandz

5/16/2018
strutmasters is saying you've had pre-existing conditions before you installed the coil over springs on to your car, and you thought the errors would go away is this true @vmdw1980?

vmdw1980

Not true at all! There were no error codes or dashboard lights at all. The rear struts were leaking, that's it!

HeavyHandz

vmdw1980

Honestly, you might be better off buying those rebuilt air shocks that come with a 1 yr warranty on eBay. Get an indy shop to install them for you if you can't, then get yourself a CNA service warranty contract to cover you for the next 3-5 years (depending on your model year / miles).The CNA warranty will cover your entire air suspension along with other problematic parts like brake actuators and control arms, among a ton of other parts. Cheaper than buying direct OEM replacement which is around $2k per corner, and the air setup honestly a better ride than a full coil conversion. If I could go back, that is what I would have done.

Here's on example: https://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-48010-50211-Air-Suspension-Spring-Bag-Strut-Rear-for-LEXUS-LS460-V8-4-6L/222599546211?fits=Make%3ALexus&hash=item33d3f78563:g:sm0AAOSwPH9ZgFUY

HeavyHandz

ok i was thinking the same exact thing on purchasing the rebuilt air shocks instead of going through dash board lights, ok so pretty much the air setup was better then the coil conversion.. thats for the heads up before i ended up purchasing the coils from strut masters

Gillz460L

Heavy are both your struts leaking? And by leaking on the ls460 I'm assuming oil ? The OEM airbags in these struts are pretty tough. These struts tend to leak oil is what iv noticed. Just another recommendation...i would definitely keep air suspension on the vehicle . These aftermarket kits are definitely intriguing but trust me its never the same ride afterwards. Better to find a couple of rebuilt or known good used units off ebay . Lot of low mileage wrecked vehicles with good parts. Goodluck

HeavyHandz

HeavyHandz

vmdw1980 so i.m finally done with the project everything worked out great i replaced the rear air struts with air struts feels like new my mechanic noticed the rear sway bar bushings are damaged he said it was because of the bouncing in the rear.... the bushing are only $12.84 free install... no lights whatsoever.. and also it included the year warranty ... thanks a lot bro... peace... vmdw1980

vmdw1980

AWESOME! Really glad this option worked out for you. Enjoy the ride!

Gillz460L

Nice to hear heavy !! You mind sharing with us what air struts you bought and where you purchased them. Hows the ride now ?

Mpfarl01

Anyone else try the Strutmasters replacement kit? This thread has been very helpful but still can't come to a conclusion on which route to take. Front left air strut is done, front right is on it's way out. The parts alone for the front pair will at minimum cost as much as the full conversion kit, likely much more.

213374U

Strutmasters kit is garbage. Go OEM/KYB.

Mpfarl01

I don't see AWD replacement parts on KYB, only for RWD, contacting KYB. My indy mechanic suggest replacing the air kit, I just have no clue where to find a quality replacement, if it exists. Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated.

jdanielca

Where exactly please